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US lethal aid to Syrian rebels: What's the holdup?

Concern in congressional intelligence committees over the prospects of US small arms falling into the wrong hands has delayed the lethal aid to Syrian rebels. Some say it may arrive too late.
‘Friends of Syria’ meeting adds pressure: What is US ready to do?

Other countries and the Syrian rebels are awaiting specifics about new US aid, but President Obama is still weighing what steps to take and how far to go, reflecting continuing deep divisions across the administration.
Thousands of Sunnis flee Syrian coastal region after mass killings

British human rights activists say about 4,000 people have fled the predominantly Sunni Mediterranean city of Banias. At least 62 people, including children were killed Friday by pro-government gunmen and troops.
Romney, Obama fighting hard in Ohio (+video)

The GOP candidate is hoping to use his post-debate bounce to creep past the President, who still leads in the critical battleground state.
Campaign 2012: Crunch time for Obama and Romney

With one debate under their belts, President Barack Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney head into the final month of the presidential campaign. Expect an onslaught of ads, and a lively vice presidential debate this week.
Romney takes aim at foreign policy, as eyes turn to VP debate

Republican nominee Mitt Romney is expected to deliver a speech outlining his foreign policy plan Monday. Meanwhile, President Barack Obama will be fundraising in California, and Vice President Joe Biden and Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan prepare for the vice presidential debate on Thursday.
Romney takes another swing at Obama's foreign policy (+video)

Republican presidential candidate, Mitt Romney, is pointing to the violence in the Middle East and the attack on the American Embassy in Libya as cracks in President Barack Obama's foreign policy.
Decoder Wire For Obama and Romney, time to play 'The Debate Expectations Game' (+video)

Team Obama characterizes Mitt Romney as a fantastic debater. Team Romney notes the president's public-speaking prowess. Both sides are enumerating challenges for their guy ahead of the first debate, in hopes of then exceeding expectations.
'I care,' Romney declares, as he duels with Obama in Ohio (+video)

Both Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama campaigned in Ohio on Wednesday. With Obama gaining more and more of an edge in the polls, Romney tried to appeal to voters, telling them he cares about all Americans.
Obama will bounce between battleground states during GOP convention

President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden will campaign in Iowa, Florida, and Virginia next week while the Republican convention is held in Tampa.
Decoder Wire Did Joe Biden 'chains' remark go too far? (+video)

Team Obama says that Biden was referring to the harm to consumers if Republicans 'unshackle' Wall Street. But critics dub the remark an appeal to race.
Romney: President Obama just trying to 'hang onto power'

They were some of Romney's harshest words yet against the president. He was interviewed on 'CBS This Morning' from the battleground state of Ohio, one of less than 10 key states that will help decide the November election.
Campaigns resume attacks after pause for Colorado shooting

Both campaigns were keeping their largely negative television advertisements off the air in Colorado, a key battleground state in the November election.
Will Romney release more tax returns? (+video)

Republican Presidential Candidate and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney is 'not enthusiastic' about releasing more of his tax documents. He expressed concern that the facts would be distorted by the Obama campaign. Meanwhile, Romney may be nearing a decision on his choice of running mate.
Romney vs. Obama and Bain vs. Solyndra: Who will win?

As the presidential election progresses into a July lull, concerns over health care and super PACs continue to take a backseat to the economy in voters' minds.
Obama takes bus tour to connect with average Americans

President Obama will take a break from fancy fundraisers for a two-day bus tour through swing states to try to reach out to average voters.
Obama targets key supporters down the stretch in midterm election campaign

The President was in the key swing state of Ohio on Sunday, trying to rally the base which helped elect him two years ago.
10/18/2010 10:24 am
The Vote Social Security: Alan Simpson offends almost everyone with 'cow' quip

Social Security is a touchy subject. Alan Simpson, co-chair of Obama's deficit commission, has a colorful mouth and lots of things to say about Social Security. Put the two together and 'poof!' another political brush fire for Obama.
08/25/2010 08:55 pm
With Barack Obama, no free lunch for visitors or staff

07/31/2009 01:00 am
Obamas still don't have regular church to attend

06/29/2009 01:00 am
How to untangle the politics of Super Tuesday primaries

Clinton, Obama, McCain and Romney compete for 42 percent of all delegates.
02/04/2008 12:00 am